The Rehabilitation Act: Outcomes for Transition-Age Youth
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Summary
The purpose of this study is to synthesize data on the impact that the Rehabilitation Act has had on the employment and post secondary education outcomes of eligible youth. It examines how well existing vocational rehabilitation (VR) structures deliver effective transition services. It also looks at the effectiveness of collaboration between VR, education, and other service systems. Finally, 11 recommendations for the U.S. Congress and various relevant federal and state agencies are given.
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Populations
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National Council on Disability
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States
Keywords
Rehabilitation Act; Workforce Investment Act; Education for All Handicapped Children Act; policy paper; Individuals with Disabilities Education Act; Monitoring Redesign Initiative; VR;
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National
Council on Disability
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202-272-2004